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4-HO-MET

4-HO-MET is a psychedelic tryptamine that was first synthesized by Alexander Shulgin, and discussed in his book TIHKAL. It is a structural and functional analog of both MET and psilocin. The effects can include heavy distortion of colors, morphing, as well as sound distortions. Very little is known about the pharmacological and toxicological properties of this substance.

4-HO-MET belonging to the class of Tryptamines, is a structural analogue of psilocin, it is said to have effects almost identical to psilocin according to Alexander Shulgin who first synthesized the compound. 4-HO-MET like many other psychedelic substances acts upon the 5HT2A Serotonin receptors.

4-HO-MET can be either be ingested orally or insufflated. Orally it tends to have a greater effect, with the experience lasting longer then a comparative dose via insufflation. The more preferred method of administration is oral consumption.

Orally 4-HO-MET can last anywhere from 4 to 6 hours, while insufflation lasts anywhere from 2 to 4 hours, while insufflation may cause a more intense experience it often lacks the essential values associated with a psychedelic experience sometimes leaving the user unprepared for the upcoming events.

4-HO-MET is available in both HCL and Fumarate, Fumarate is more common due to its longer shelf life as 4-HO-MET tends to rapidly oxidize and degrade especially in HCL form. The Fumaric version of 4-HO-MET has a higher stability then the HCL version, however the HCL version is slightly more potent by mass then the Fumaric.

Freshly synthesized 4-HO-MET initially appears as a white powder, over time and improper storage it will begin to oxidize and degrade which in turn will cause a change in color. It is speculated that while the compound does show visible signs of degradation there is very little if any loss of potency.